Something for Joey

Something for Joey was a 1977 made-for-TV movie (sports/family/true-life dramatization) about the relationship between aspiring football player John Cappelletti (portrayed by Marc Singer), and his younger brother Joey (Jeff Lynas). Other cast members included Linda Kelsey and Steve Guttenberg. It appeared on the NBC television network, later repeating on NBC and CBS.

Related Topics:
1977 - Made-for-TV movie - Dramatization - Football - John Cappelletti - Marc Singer - Linda Kelsey - Steve Guttenberg - NBC - Television network - CBS

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Joey battled leukemia since infancy, and was one of the first children to undergo chemotherapy for the disease. The story traces John through his college years seeking the Heisman Trophy, and Joey his preteens, as each brother inspires the other, and their family around them, to try harder in life.

Related Topics:
Leukemia - Chemotherapy - Heisman Trophy

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